Sara Al-Naimi
Doha · QA
Mathematics · IGCSE
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AQA A LEVEL RELIGIOUS STUDIES
AQA A Level Religious Studies tutoring that works for your child, one session at a time.
Live 1:1 sessions covering Philosophy of Religion, Ethics, and Theology. Matched to your AQA specification, your exam series, and your child's current grade.
- Paper 1 and Paper 2 covered in full
- Tutors matched in under 10 minutes
- No contracts, cancel anytime
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AQA A Level Religious Studies — Specification
Two papers. One Religious Studies A Level. Every assessment objective mapped.
The AQA A Level Religious Studies specification is examined across two written papers, each worth 50% of the final grade. Students study Philosophy of Religion and Ethics in Paper 1, and a world religion (Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, or Hinduism) in Paper 2. Both papers assess AO1 (knowledge and understanding) and AO2 (analysis and evaluation) in equal measure.
Paper 1 — Philosophy of Religion and Ethics: 3 hours, 100 marks, 50% of A Level
Paper 2 — Study of Religion and Dialogues: 3 hours, 100 marks, 50% of A Level
AO1 and AO2 — Each worth 50% across both papers
No coursework — All assessment is written examination
Graded A* to E — A* awarded for outstanding overall performance
AQA A Level subjects we cover at Talimat
Our tutors cover the full range of AQA A Level and AS Level subjects, giving your child access to a specialist no matter which combination they are studying.
Religious Studies
Philosophy
Ethics
History
English Literature
Psychology
Sociology
Politics
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Mathematics
Economics
Business Studies
Geography
French
Spanish
German
+ many more AQA A Level subjects available on request.
Free trial · limited slots this weekYour first AQA Religious Studies session is free. Secure your slot before it goes.
AQA A Level Religious Studies Grading System
AQA A Level Religious Studies is graded A* to E. The A* grade is awarded to students who achieve an A overall and score 90% or above across their uniform marks in both papers.
Top Performers – A* Award
The A* grade requires an A overall plus 90% or above on uniform marks across Paper 1 and Paper 2 combined.
A*
Exceptional across both papers100%
A
Strong analysis and evaluation85%
B
Solid knowledge demonstrated70%
C
Adequate understanding shown55%
D
Basic grasp evident45%
E
Minimum pass standard35%
The grading scale shown is specific to AQA A Level qualifications and may differ from other exam boards or programmes. Speak to your Academic Consultant for board-specific grade boundary guidance.
Our students consistently achieve top grades.
A*
Our goal for every student.
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Where most AQA Religious Studies students lose marks
AQA A Level Religious Studies demands sustained philosophical argument, not just accurate recall. Most students who plateau at a C or B grade lose marks on AO2 evaluation, not AO1 knowledge. This section covers what that means in practice and what a 1:1 tutor changes.
The two AQA Religious Studies papers cover a demanding range of material. Paper 1 spans the Philosophy of Religion (including arguments for God's existence, the problem of evil, and religious experience) and Ethics (natural law, Kantian ethics, utilitarianism, and sexual ethics). Paper 2 requires deep engagement with a chosen world religion and its dialogues with philosophy, ethics, and society.
What separates a B from an A or A* is not knowing more content. It is the ability to construct a sustained, well-evidenced evaluative argument in response to AQA's command words: "assess", "evaluate", and "critically analyse". A classroom teacher managing thirty students rarely has time to read and mark a student's full practice essays every fortnight.
In a 1:1 online tutoring session, a Talimat tutor can mark a full Paper 1 essay against the AQA mark scheme, identify exactly where the evaluative thread breaks down, and model the kind of paragraph structure that examiners reward. Students in the Gulf sitting AQA A Level Religious Studies through approved exam centres can practise full past-paper conditions and receive detailed written feedback before their next session.
Key takeaways
- AO2 evaluation is worth 50% of every AQA Religious Studies paper
- Most grade drops happen in essays, not short-answer questions
- 1:1 feedback on practice essays is the fastest route to improvement
- Paper 1 and Paper 2 require different argument structures and thinkers
- Students in the GCC can sit AQA exams via approved centres such as the British Council Dubai
How Our AQA Religious Studies Tutoring Works
Every Talimat session is live, 1:1, and built around your child's current AQA Religious Studies paper targets. Here is what the process looks like from first contact to exam day.
10 min
Average Tutor Match Time
From sign-up to first session
Trusted by families across the Gulf
Tell us your target grade
Your Academic Consultant gathers information about your child's current grade, target grade, and which AQA Religious Studies papers they are sitting. This shapes every session from day one.
Meet your matched tutor
We match your child to a tutor with a relevant degree and AQA Religious Studies experience. The match happens in under 10 minutes. If the fit isn't right, we rematch at no cost.
Work through your weak areas
Sessions focus on whatever your child needs most: structuring AO2 evaluation arguments, working through the problem of evil, or practising timed Paper 2 responses on their chosen world religion.
Sit your exam with confidence
As exams approach, sessions shift to past-paper practice, mark-scheme walkthroughs, and timed conditions. Your child arrives at the exam knowing exactly what an AQA examiner wants to see.
Real Results from Talimat Students
Our students arrive with a target grade and leave with a plan. Here is what that looks like in numbers.
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Student Reviews
What AQA Religious Studies Students Say
These are real voices from students and parents who chose Talimat for AQA A Level support.
Book a Free Trial“My tutor completely changed how I approach the ethics essays. I used to write lists of philosophers but now I actually construct an argument. My Paper 1 mock went up by two grades.”
Layla Al-Farsi
Dubai, UAE
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TARGET YOUR GRADE
Targeting the right AQA Religious Studies grade
Different grades need different approaches. Find where your child is and what comes next.
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Securing the A*
Your child can already write evaluative arguments. Now we focus on philosophical precision, sustained AO2 threads, and full marks on both Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Target A*/aqa-a-level-religious-studiesMoving from B to A
Strong knowledge, but AO2 evaluation lacks depth. We work on argument structure, use of scholarly views, and the command words AQA examiners reward.
Improve to A/aqa-a-level-religious-studiesBuilding from C to B
Content knowledge is there but essays drift. We rebuild paragraph structure using the AQA mark scheme and practise timed responses on the weaker paper.
Improve to B/aqa-a-level-religious-studiesResitting AQA Religious Studies
Resit students need targeted work on the specific papers and topics that cost them marks. We identify those quickly and build a focused revision plan.
Plan Your ResitYOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Everything you need to know about AQA A Level Religious Studies tutoring.
Parents and students ask us these questions most often. If yours isn't here, contact us and your Academic Consultant will answer it directly.
What does an AQA A Level Religious Studies tutor actually cover?
Your tutor works through the specific papers your child is sitting. Paper 1 covers Philosophy of Religion and Ethics. Paper 2 covers a chosen world religion and its dialogues. Sessions focus on whichever topics and essays are causing the most difficulty.
How many sessions does my child need before results improve?
Most students see clearer essay structure within three to four sessions. The reason is straightforward: a tutor reads and marks your child's actual work, identifies where the AO2 argument breaks down, and gives direct feedback against the AQA mark scheme.
Can a tutor help with both Philosophy of Religion and Ethics?
Yes. Most of our AQA Religious Studies tutors cover both themes in Paper 1 as well as the Paper 2 world religion study. At your first session, your tutor will identify which theme needs the most attention.
My child is sitting AQA A Level in the UAE. Can Talimat help?
Yes. All Talimat sessions are online and available Monday to Saturday, Gulf Standard Time. Students in the UAE, KSA, Oman, and Qatar sit AQA exams through approved centres such as the British Council Dubai.
Is Talimat an AQA registered centre?
Talimat is not a registered AQA exam centre. We provide tuition only. Students sit their AQA examinations through approved centres in their country.
What is the difference between AS Level and A Level Religious Studies?
AS Level Religious Studies covers one written paper (Philosophy of Religion and Ethics or a world religion study, depending on the centre's choice) and is graded A to E with no A*. A Level covers two full papers and includes the A* grade for outstanding performance.
How quickly can my child be matched with a Religious Studies tutor?
Talimat matches students with a tutor in under 10 minutes. Your Academic Consultant gathers your child's paper, target grade, and available slot, and confirms the match the same day.
What if the first tutor isn't the right fit?
If the tutor match isn't right after the first session, we rematch your child at no cost. There is no enrolment deposit and you can cancel anytime.
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Dr Sarah Whitmore
Senior Lecturer in Philosophy of Religion, MA Theology, PGCE
Dr Sarah Whitmore has over fourteen years of experience teaching AQA A Level Religious Studies and Philosophy of Religion at sixth-form and university level in the United Kingdom and the GCC. She holds an MA in Theology from the University of Edinburgh and a PGCE with a specialism in humanities. Dr Whitmore has worked as an AQA examiner for Paper 1 and has written revision materials aligned to the current AQA A Level Religious Studies specification. Her work at Talimat focuses on preparing students for the evaluative demands of AO2 and on building the philosophical argument structures that distinguish A and A* responses from those graded below.
Try Your First AQA Religious Studies Session Free
Your child works with a matched AQA Religious Studies tutor for a full session. No payment, no commitment, just a clear picture of what targeted support looks like.
What Your Free Trial Includes
No payment required. No enrolment deposit. Cancel anytime after your trial.
- Academic needs assessment and target grade review
- Introduction to Talimat's online learning platform
- Live 1:1 session with an AQA Religious Studies specialist
- Personalised study plan shared after your session
Limited Slots This Week
AQA A Level Religious Studies sessions start from AED 65 per hour. Book your free trial this week and your Academic Consultant will confirm your tutor match the same day.